Kathy Valentine

Biography

Kathryn Valentine, born January 7, 1959, in Austin, Texas, is a musician and bassist for the rock band The Go-Go's. She was raised by her single mother, an English expatriate, and credits the Austin music scene with shaping her diverse musical roots. A pivotal moment came when she saw Suzi Quatro on Top Of The Pops at 14, sparking her desire to become a rock star. Valentine was inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 2021 as a member of The Go-Go's.